As Women's History Month comes to a close, we are celebrating the fabulous team of four women project managers and architects overseeing the Shirley Chisholm Recreation Center’s development. They are Assistant Commissioner Lucy Wong, Deputy Director Daphne Lasky, Deputy Program Director Francoise Fortune-Blanchard, and Senior Project Manager Hanan Benjamin. They bring their own unique experiences and expertise, ensuring this project is delivered on time and on budget to the community. “Each of the four of us have had the experience of being the only woman in a building during construction,” said Deputy Director Lasky. “And it’s really fun to be in a place in our careers where we’re working together.” The Recreation Center is part of DDC's design-build pilot program and will be completed by Fall 2025, a full two years faster than would be expected under the preexisting lowest-bidder contracting system. The state-of-the-art recreation center will offer a host of programming offerings and amenities to encourage learning, recreation, and community and civic engagement.
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With more than 4,000 completed public building and infrastructure projects, our portfolio shows no signs of slowing down. That's why we need you. The work of our dedicated, professional staff can be seen is in communities throughout all five boroughs. We offer advancement opportunities and provide resources for enhancing business knowledge and practical skills. As you think about your career path, consider us and the many benefits that we offer: Pension Plans Retirement Savings Programs (Deferred Compensation) Health Benefits Dental and Vision Coverage Prescription Drugs Program Flexible Spending Program Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program Generous Paid Holidays, Annual Leave and Sick Leave Training and Professional Development As the City's primary capital construction project manager, we build many of the civic facilities New Yorkers use every day. DDC provides communities with new or renovated structures such as firehouses, libraries, police precincts, courthouses, senior centers and more. To successfully manage this $28 billion portfolio, we collaborate with other City agencies, as well as with emerging and world-renowned architects and consultants. We strive to work with people whose experience and creativity bring efficient, innovative, and environmentally-conscious design and construction strategies to the projects we build. Our work doesn’t stop at buildings—we also design and improve vital infrastructure. Our staff of almost 1,200 delivers roadway, sewer and water main construction projects in all five boroughs. Over the last decade, we have completed more than 2,370 miles of sidewalk and street reconstruction, 1,325 miles of water mains, 588 miles of storm and sanitary sewers, and installed more than 42,000 pedestrian ramps. Quality infrastructure is essential for promoting a safe, healthy city. As our city grows, so does DDC. Join us and help build a resilient, healthy city for all.
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http://www.nyc.gov/ddc
External link for NYC Department of Design and Construction
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- 1,001-5,000 employees
- Headquarters
- Long Island City, NY
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- 1996
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Long Island City, NY 11101, US
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The CEO Magazine - North America recently featured Commissioner Thomas Foley, P.E., highlighting his career as well as the current work of the agency. DDC is working hard to deliver projects faster, on time and on budget to communities all across the city. DDC is also collaborating with partners, working to streamline processes, and taking in external feedback that can be incorporated to building decisions. “Our team is really changing the landscape and the fabric of New York City," said Commissioner Foley. DDC's work is not just the mega projects such as ESCR or BMCR. It is also the public plazas, the libraries, fire and police stations. It is what goes on beneath city streets as well: from water mains, sewers, and much more. It takes hard work to build NYC. He adds: "It’s the toughest job that you’ll ever love." Read the feature: https://on.nyc.gov/4j5DNMP
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Join DDC on Tuesday, April 1st, at 10:00 AM for the Pre-Submission Conference for the East Side Greenway 14th Street Connector. The East Side Greenway 14th Street Connector will be located along the East River in Manhattan. The outboard esplanade will improve the Manhattan Greenway network by providing a safer connection between the shared use path in East River Park at the southern end, and Captain Patrick J. Brown Walk at the northern end. In addition to providing a continuous circulation route and public waterfront access, the Greenway will have site amenities such as lighting, seating, and access to potable water service. The structure will be designed for pedestrians and bicyclists. The entire procurement for the project is estimated to cost $164 million, including the main contract as well as stipend. Visit https://on.nyc.gov/43F2Z8o to learn more.
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REMINDER: We are accepting applications for the DDC 2025 Summer Internship Program for College and Graduate Students. The deadline is March 31, 2025. Apply today: https://on.nyc.gov/4g1wBPR
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DDC partnered with Bronx Borough President Vanessa Gibson, the Office of Deputy Speaker Diana Ayala, and Transformative Reform Group (TRG) for an M/WBE Informational Session on the Bronx Borough-Based Jail facility this week. Attendees had the opportunity to meet with the Bronx BBJ Design Team, representatives from TRG, Urbahn Architects, and more, to discuss opportunities that are available for Minority and Women-Owned Business Enterprises (M/WBEs). Stay tuned for more announcements.
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On March 27th, join DDC for the second Community Design Workshop for the Queens Borough-Based Jail facility. ⏰: 6 PM – 8 PM 📌: Helen Marshall Cultural Center - Queens Borough Hall, 120-55 Queens Boulevard ➡️ Register: https://on.nyc.gov/4hvaPVG
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NYC Department of Design and Construction reposted this
Want to know how #NYC is delivering better public projects faster and cheaper? #DBIA National Board Chair and NYC Department of Design and Construction (DDC) Commissioner Thomas Foley, P.E., along with Assistant Commissioner of the Design-Build Unit Yvi McEvilly and Deputy Commissioner Eduardo N. D., are sharing their billion-dollar playbook! Learn how strong Owner leadership drives #designbuild success in this exclusive #DesignBuildDelivers webinar on March 24th at 10AM ET. https://bit.ly/41TFBCT
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Learn more about DDC through NYC Open Data, including active projects in infrastructure and public buildings. https://on.nyc.gov/40Euegv
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NYC Department of Design and Construction reposted this
Join us at our upcoming meeting with Yvi McEvilly from the NYC Department of Design and Construction discussing the agency’s Alternative Delivery Capital Program! Register here: https://cmaanynj.org
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With 1200 staff members, a $33 billion portfolio, and 580 active and complex public building and infrastructure projects across New York City, it is essential that the DDC’s work is performed with accountability, structure, and integrity. To this end, the agency maintains an Internal Audit Unit within its Law Division, ensuring that agency activities are carried out efficiently and in compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, contract provisions, and policies. Deborah Kostner, an Internal Audit Officer and a part of DDC’s workforce since 1998, conducts reviews and analyses of agency operations for the Commissioner, Chief of Staff, and Deputy Commissioners, assessing internal controls to prevent resource mismanagement and waste. Experienced in analyzing complex processes, Debbie identifies ways to minimize risks that could compromise the proper use of DDC resources. Working with every division in the agency, she makes recommendations for improving operational procedures to maximize transparency and efficiency. She also serves as a liaison to the NYC Comptroller’s Office, Mayor’s Office of Risk Management and Compliance, the New York State Comptroller’s Office, and various other city, state, and federal oversight agencies, providing reports on DDC’s financial and operational activities. Dedicated to ensuring functions in all DDC divisions are executed with the highest degree of ethical and professional standards, Debbie has been a key member in contributing to DDC’s culture of responsibly building the city.
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